1973 Mazda 616 vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1973 Mazda 616 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,229 cc (6 cylinders), 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1973 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda 616 | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 616 | 230 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1941 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2229 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3060 mm |